This is a workshop for people who are already comfortable with working with lino, and want to take their work to a new level. We will focus on producing a colour print using the reductive linoprinting method, looking to incorporate several different methods in applying colour.

We will look at different ways to prepare your image, separating colours and planning how many colours to print.

You will start to print your edition onto quality printmaking paper, and depending on the number of colours you wish to print with, you may need to complete your print at home. We will discuss this before you start so you can plan your work around taking it home to complete after the 2 days.

This is not a beginners linoprinting workshop – it is a workshop designed to further develop skills for people who have already worked in lino printmaking and feel comfortable with the medium.

The overall objective of this workshop is to assist you directly with producing a specific image.

I will assist you with planning your image, including separating colours and how to prepare to print your colours. We will work to ensure you have a clear understanding of how to register your print to ensure consistent and accurate colour reproduction.

We will also discuss different methods for printing more complex images including printing with multiple and ‘jigsaw’ blocks, linoplate etching (using caustic soda) and different methods for transferring your image onto your linoprinting plate.

Inclusions

All necessary materials for making your first lino print are covered in your Materials Fee and provided for this workshop.

– tracing paper and drawing materials to create and transfer your image to a lino block
– lino block approx A5 in size
– 2-3x sheets of printmaking paper, suitable to print an edition of up to 8-12 prints, depending on the number of colours you wish to play with
– inks, rollers and other printmaking supplies needed to carve, ink and print your print
– tea and plunger coffee, with a light morning and afternoon tea

Not Included

Everything you need for this workshop is included and provided.

We will discuss some advanced technique when the workshop begins and you may want to give these a go. Additional materials will be available during this workshop. There may be a nominal additional fee for some items (additional lino and paper).

What to Bring

Lunch. You can pop into town to buy lunch, but it is a few minutes drive and parking can be difficult (Maleny is a popular weekend destination). Therefore I recommend you bring your lunch and maximise the time you have printing and learning in the studio.

Your design ideas. If you have something specific you want to print, bring your ideas along. But fear not if you are a little stuck for inspiration as I will have plenty of suitable images and ideas on hand for you to use and reference.

Please also bring a journal or notebook for taking notes during the workshop.

Safety

​Participants are advised to wear closed in shoes, and suitable clothing or apron that you do not mind getting ink on. The inks can set permanently on fabric.

In this workshop we will print with water based inks, so washup of tools and hands will use soap and water, not potent cleaning chemicals.

We use sharp tools to carve lino. You will be given instruction on how to hold and use the tools, and it will expected that you follow instruction and take care while using them.

Booking/Payment

To book your place in this workshop, please complete the booking form to the right.

Full payment is required to secure your booking. Payment can be made via PayPal or direct deposit.

If a workshop does not reach the minimum numbers required, it may have to be cancelled. If this happens you will receive a full refund or an option to reschedule.

Once your booking form and payment has been received I will contact you to confirm you place and advise any special instructions.

Process examples of my own colour linoprints

About Dates and other options

If the dates noted above don’t suit you, or you would like private tuition or to book a private group workshop, this can be arranged. Please contact me and enquire about other date options that better suit you.

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